A woman’s pregnancy is a beautiful and exciting time in her life, full of anticipation and hope. But for some women who suffer from allergies, it can also be a time of pain and discomfort. When a woman is pregnant, allergies can be especially hard to deal with because she cannot take medication to ease the symptoms. If you’re one of the many pregnant women who struggle with allergies, here are some ways to deal with it.
What can I do to ease symptoms in a natural way?
The first step in dealing with allergies while pregnant is to figure out what irritates you and causes your symptoms. Pollen, dust mites, mould pet, dander, and certain foods are some of the most common allergens. Once you know what makes your allergies worse, you can take steps to prevent them from happening or at least ease your symptoms. This could mean avoiding certain foods, using CERTIFIED asthma & allergy bedding, keeping dogs out of the bedroom, and purifying the indoor air to remove airborne triggers.
During pregnancy It’s also important to drink enough water because being dehydrated can make allergy symptoms worse. Drink a lot of water and stay away from caffeine which can dehydrate you. If you’re having trouble staying hydrated, try herbal teas, coconut water or sports drinks that are high in electrolytes.
Natural treatments are another way to deal with allergies during pregnancy as over-the-counter medications are not an option for pregnant women, unless consulted with a GP. This limits ways in which you can control your symptoms. The good news is that there are products that can help you ease allergy and hay fever symptoms in a natural way.
Some natural remedies include…
- Put Vaseline around your nostrils to help trap pollen.
- Wear wraparound sunglasses to stop pollen getting into your eyes.
- Shower and change your clothes after you have been outside to wash pollen off.
- Stay indoors on high pollen days
- Invest in an air purifier for cleaner indoor air.
- Keep windows and doors shut as much as possible.
How can an air purifier can help?
An Air Purifier for your home can help remove those airborne allergy triggers that can cause you and your family to be irritated and miserable.
The ClevaMama HEPA Air Purifier is designed for all the family, including newborns, to get rid of 95.5% of airborne allergens in the air like pollen, mould bacteria, viruses and pet dander. This makes the air cleaner, safer and more comfortable for pregnant women by removing allergens and pollutants from the air.
The ClevaMama air purifier uses a three-layer filtration system that includes a medical grade HEPA filter and an activated carbon filter. This lowers the risk of allergy complaints and breathing problems during pregnancy.
The ClevaMama Air Purifier is safe to use while pregnant because its filters are made of non-toxic, medical grade materials and do not release ozone or other dangerous chemicals. Making it safe for your baby too, when little one arrives.
If you’re pregnant and looking for a safe and effective way to relieve allergy symptoms, the ClevaMama Air Purifier could help you breathe more easily and feel more relaxed, particularly during allergy and hay fever season.
The ClevaPure Air Purifier has been put through a stringent review process and comes highly recommended by many publications such as Mumii, MadeforMums . The ClevaMama Air Purifier was rated 9.5 out of 10 stars, one of only a few products to get over 9 stars so far this year. You can read more here.
Additionally, having allergies during pregnancy can be hard on your emotions. When you’re dealing with a lot of symptoms at once, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and annoyed. You should always keep in mind that you’re not alone. It can also make you drowsy and tired. Don’t be afraid to ask your partner, family, and friends for help.
Your physical and mental wellbeing during pregnancy
Allergies can have a significant effect on your physical and mental health. There are ways to help you deal with your symptoms. You can control your symptoms and have a healthy, happy pregnancy if you figure out what sets them off, stay hydrated, use natural remedies, and ask for help. Remember to take care of yourself and your baby, and if you need help, don’t be afraid to ask for it. You are not alone, and you can get through this.
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